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#87 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 43% of private schools
St John Paul II School
Elementary School
87 S MAIN ST, Middletown, CT 06457
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#87 of 202
In Middletown
#1 of 3
public schools
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St John Paul II School
Elementary School in Middletown · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John Paul II School
St John Paul II School is a private elementary school in Middletown, CT. St John Paul II School serves approximately 175 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Paul II School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 175 students, St John Paul II School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, St John Paul II School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St John Paul II School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St John Paul II School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Middletown, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Paul II School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Beman Middle School | 5.0 |
| MacDonough School | 7.2 |
| Farm Hill School | 5.6 |
| Bielefield School | 4.8 |
| Snow School | 6.9 |
| Spencer School | 5.2 |
| Wesley School | 7.3 |
| Lawrence School | 5.5 |
| Moody School | 9.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CT.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CT
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
87 S MAIN ST, Middletown, CT 06457
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Paul II School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley View School (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wesley School (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MacDonough School (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Beman Middle School Middletown | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| MacDonough School Middletown | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Farm Hill School Middletown | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Bielefield School Middletown | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Brownstone Intermediate School Portland | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Snow School Middletown | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Spencer School Middletown | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Valley View School Portland | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Middletown | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Wesley School Middletown | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL Middletown | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Vinal Technical High School Middletown | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Portland High School Portland | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Portland Middle School Portland | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Middletown High School Middletown | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Gildersleeve School Portland | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Lawrence School Middletown | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ADELBROOK Cromwell | 3.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Middlefield Memorial School Middlefield | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| THE INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Middlefield | 3.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,003
Median Home Value
$279,500
Median Rent
$1,392/mo
Population
46,690
College Educated
40.7%
Homeownership
53.1%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
39.8
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| Barkhamsted Elementary School Barkhamsted, CT | 6.5 |
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| Wequonnoc Magnet School Taftville, CT | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John Paul II School
What grades does St John Paul II School serve?
St John Paul II School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John Paul II School?
St John Paul II School has an enrollment of approximately 175 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Paul II School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Paul II School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John Paul II School rank in CT?
St John Paul II School ranks #87 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is St John Paul II School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John Paul II School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St John Paul II School a private school?
Yes, St John Paul II School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St John Paul II School a religious school?
St John Paul II School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 175
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (860) 347-2978
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